12 Questions
In this course, how many times can you take each mini quiz?
Two times
What type of questions will be included in the tests for this course?
Long & short answer, and some calculations
How many tests are there in total for this course?
3
What is the passing grade required on the final exam to pass the course?
50%
What is a system attribute?
A system coupling
What type of coupling leads to a change in another component in the same direction?
Positive coupling
When do positive feedback loops amplify the effect of disturbances?
When there is an odd number of negative couplings
What type of equilibrium state returns the system to its initial equilibrium state in response to a modest disturbance?
Stable equilibrium
What analogy is used to explain stable and unstable equilibrium states?
The ball analogy
What did the Carters unwittingly create due to their electric blanket usage?
Positive feedback loop
What is a coupling that creates a round trip called?
Feedback loop
What is the term for an entity composed of diverse but interrelated components?
System
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